Cyber R&D Engineer

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! As a Cyber RD Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the development of cutting-edge software solutions designed to exploit vulnerabilities in adversary technologies. Your expertise will be critical in integrating and testing tools acquired from external vendors, as well as maintaining software programs in collaboration with mission partners. This position demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and secure solutions. What you’ll do: Provide on-site support in research and development of software designed to exploit vulnerabilities in adversary technology Develop and optimize algorithms, author scripts, and create utility software Identify and analyze potential vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and firmware components Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to identify potential attack vectors and vulnerabilities Evaluate the security posture of cyberspace systems, including network protocols, operating systems, and applications Research and analyze emerging trends and technologies in cyberspace, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Internet of Things (IoT) Analyze and reverse engineer source code Perform software integration and testing of tools acquired via separate contracts or vendors Establish and maintain continuous integration/continuous development mechanisms in accordance with industry best practices Generate technical writing and documentation and perform lifecycle maintenance of software programs managed by MARFORCYBER and its mission partners Participate in solutions/scoping discussions, requirements refinement, complexity estimation, and potentially live operations to best meet supported unit/team needs What you’ll need: 5 years of direct relevant experience in vulnerability research and analysis to include development of working proofs of concept (POCs) 5 years of experience in Windows and/or Linux operating systems Proficiency in one or more programming languages including but not limited to: C, C++, Python, Java/Javascript, Bash/Bourne/C Shell, Rust, Assembly Expertise with one or more tools: Gnu Debugger (GDB), Valgrind, Low Level Debugger (LLDB), Interactive Disassembler (IDA) Pro, Ghidra, SCons Bonus points if you have: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering Experience with Android, iOS, or Network Devices/RTOS operating systems Experience with cybersecurity tools including: Vulnerability scanners, Penetration testing frameworks, Security information and event management (SIEM) systems Ability to identify and mitigate risks in complex systems Understanding of secure coding practices and security vulnerabilities Clearance : Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . T ... (truncated, view full listing at source)